My car takes a few shots to get it running and it dies on me

Tiny
DRIFTERZ
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  • 1997 HONDA CIVIC
When I try to turn it back on after turning it off, why is that?

The first time I try to turn the engine its fine, but then the ignition takes a few go's to turn it on. Also, after you turn the car off to go do something then come back,  it won't turn on unless you wait like 20-30mins. What's wrong with my car? 
Sunday, September 30th, 2012 AT 7:08 PM

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Tiny
ASEMASTER6371
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Check fuel pressure and spark, one of them is missing and then we can go from there

Roy
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Sunday, September 30th, 2012 AT 7:47 PM
Tiny
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Thanks heaps for replying!
I've got new spark plugs already so it shouldn't be that. I haven't checked the main relay or fuel pressure yet
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Monday, October 1st, 2012 AT 6:09 AM
Tiny
KHLOW2008
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Does the Check Engine Light go off after 2 seconds when you are not able to start?
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Monday, October 1st, 2012 AT 11:18 AM

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